Shloka 4.59.23

सम्पातिवाक्यम् (Sampati’s Intelligence Report on Sita’s Abduction)

Devanagari script

यत्तु शक्यं मया कर्तुं वाग्बुद्धिगुणवर्तिना।।।।श्रूयतां तत्प्रवक्ष्यामि भवतां पौरुषाश्रयम्।

Transliteration

yat tu śakyaṁ mayā kartuṁ vāg-buddhi-guṇa-vartinā | śrūyatāṁ tat pravakṣyāmi bhavatāṁ pauruṣāśrayam ||

Translation

But what I can do—endowed as I am with speech, understanding, and discernment—I shall tell you. Listen, for its accomplishment rests upon your valor.

Context

'Being endowed with the faculty of thinking and speech I shall tell you what is possible for you to execute with your prowess. Listen.

Characters & Entities

• Sampāti
• Jāmbavān (implied by address to the group)
• Vānaras (implied)

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Serving dharma according to one’s strength: if direct action is impossible, one should still contribute through counsel and truthful guidance.

What is the narrative situation?

Sampāti prepares to advise the vānaras, offering actionable information even though he cannot physically assist.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Practical wisdom and helpful speech—using intellect for the common good.